Back to Base-ics

Back to Base-ics

“Never skip a base coat. The natural oils in our nail beds can make polish chip, and a base coat protects the color from these oils, extending a manicure’s life span by several days.” — Lisa Logan, celebrity manicurist who works with Beyoncé and Madonna

Brush It Off

Brush It Off

"To clean off polish that's seeped onto your cuticles, use a flat, stiff-bristled eyeliner brush. Dip it in polish remover, then gently swipe the edge of it along your cuticle. The color will come right off your skin without mucking up your mani." — Melissa Osburn, editor of The Daily Nail Blog